Structural Design Engineer at Zutari

What kind of talent do we pursue?

We employ people with the right attitude and a positive mindset, who are motivated by doing the right thing, getting things done and share a sense of urgency. People who have an impact in our teams and broader community. People who think differently and connect with those around them to co-create new opportunities and leave a meaningful legacy.

Role Responsibility 

• Assist a team of digital designers, engineers, technicians, and modellers in delivering projects
• Coordinating the design and virtual construction of the relevant building such as data centres, education and sports facilities, hospitals, commercial buildings, and transport facilities
• Assisting with managing and quality checking deliverables (incl. modelling works, data/parameter management) carried out by global and multinational dispersed & remote teams
• Co-ordinating with other disciplines
• Facilitating virtual and mixed reality sessions for co-ordination and consultation purposes, and be interested in the research and implementation of new BIM technology into project work
• Maintain project records in accordance with internal quality system
• Challenge the team to remain ahead of the technology curve, regarding technical trends, as well as design execution
• Candidate with exceptional communication skills and willingness to network wider than immediate work environment.
• Facilitate the growth of computational design through technical leadership, mentorship, and training.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering with emphasis on structural engineering
• Master’s degree in Structural Engineering will be advantageous
• Minimum 3 years of relevant experience in the Structural Engineering environment, within the built environment, preferably within a consulting engineering business
• A strong background in lateral design of structures using software such as Etabs, Strand7 or Robot
• International project experience (outside Africa) (beneficial)
• A willingness to learn and investigate technological systems
• A strong interest in working on innovative and complex projects
• A passion for design data management and coding (beneficial)
• Experience with Dynamo, Grasshopper or Rhino is a benefit, but not a must
• BIM and Revit experience is an advantage.